Keyscan
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Keyscan is a noun meaning (computing) The process of scanning the state of a keyboard to determine which keys are being pressed.
Meaning
(computing) The process of scanning the state of a keyboard to determine which keys are being pressed.
Example Sentences
There are two indirect RAM jumps encountered during a keyscan: […]
The keyboard of the PC generates a keyscan code whenever one of its keys is depressed
So, a keyscan routine that repeated every 100mSec would probably meet the requirement of fast enough.
Word Forms
- keyscans
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include scan, bootscaning, keycode, scancode, keylogging, keybounce.
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